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ISB

Evans to become new Bandmaster at ISB

November 26, 2025
Jonathan Evans will follow in the footsteps of Dr Stephen Cobb as the new Bandmaster of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army.


sTEPHEN cOBB

Cobb tenure at ISB to come to an end

October 22, 2025
Dr Stephen Cobb will relinquish his tenure as Bandmaster of The International Staff Band of The Salvation Army in January 2026.


ISB and Fodens

Friday night Gregson spotlights

October 10, 2025
You will be spoilt for a Gregson choice between the ISB and Ian Bousfield and Foden's and Mike Lovatt if you are in London this evening.


Gregson

Focus on Gregson's Choice on National eve

October 08, 2025
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by Ian Bousfield for an aperitif evening of music from the pen of Edward Gregson ahead of his Albert Hall challenge.


Gregson

Gregson's Choice on National eve

August 13, 2025
You can still grab a seat for the chance to hear an evening of great Edward Gregson music on the eve of the Albert Hall National Final from the ISB and Ian Bousfield.


Gregson

Gregson celebration on eve of National Final

June 02, 2025
The International Staff Band will be joined by Ian Bousfield on the eve of the Royal Albert Hall National Final to celebrate the 80th birthday of composer Edward Gregson.


Peter Graham

Graham celebration concert now on Wobplay

October 12, 2024
The celebration concert held on the eve of the National Final featuring the ISB, David Childs and Philip Cobb amongst others is now on the wobplay.com platform to enjoy.


Peter Graham

Limited tickets left for Graham evening

October 02, 2024
There are only limited tickets left to grab if you want to hear the music making as the ISB presents an evening with Peter Graham.


Peter Graham

Stars out in force for pre-National Graham concert

September 26, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be joined by David Childs, Philip Cobb and Charlie Green for a pre-National Championships concert at the Royal College of Music.


Concerts

ISB add to Graham attractions on National weekend

August 13, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will present a concert of the music of Peter Graham just across the road from the Albert Hall on the eve of the National Final.


ISB

ISB called to serve on latest release

July 19, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army has just released its latest CD.


Cross

Death of Roland Cobb

March 26, 2024
The death has been announced of one of the finest Salvation Army cornet players.


ISB

ISB to make Paisley return

February 15, 2024
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will make a long awaited return to Paisley in May.


mANUSCRIPTS

New Manuscripts unearthed for ISB documentary performance

July 05, 2023
26 years after the first Manuscript release, the ISB explores an exciting second edition.


ISBNYSB

Broadcast concert to enjoy from ISB and NYSB

March 24, 2023
You can sit back and enjoy a broadcast concert of the International Staff Band and the New York Staff Band this weekend — with the best seat in the house guaranteed.


rsa

RSA 100 celebration concert added to wobplay platform

October 05, 2022
The wonderful concert celebrating the musical career of composer Ray Steadman Allen can now be enjoyed on the wobplay recording platform.


Gary Fountain

4BR Thursday Interview with Gary Fountain

May 13, 2021
4BR talks to the hugely respected soprano player of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army to find out more about what he has been up to over the past year or so — and to find out more about his new teaching venture...


dERIK kANE

Kane set to take final bow

November 06, 2018
The outstanding Derick Kane has announced his retirement as the principal euphonium of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army.


GEORGE wHITTINGHAM

Major George Whittingham to receive 2017 Masters Dedicated Service Award

May 18, 2017
One of the most influential conductors to cross the brass banding divide between secular and salvation army bands to be honoured at Masters.


Isb

ISB to help launch exciting partnership

April 17, 2017
The International Staff Band will head to the northwest later this month to help in the launch of an exciting new youth initiative between Southport Citadel Salvation Army Band and Sefton Music Services.


ISB Perc team

ISB take Centre Stage

March 10, 2017
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army becomes the latest high profile endorsee of Centre Stage Percussion.


Carole Hirst

ISB commissioning gifts recognised with show of gratitude

September 29, 2016
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army has shown its gratitude to Carole Crompton for her innovative musical support.


Lord Kitchener

International Staff Band to feature major commissions

September 12, 2016
The International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will feature major commissions in a concert promoted by Bolsover District Council later this month.


ISB with Chris Evans

ISB help Evans close for Christmas

December 23, 2013
Members of the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army helped Chris Evans and the four Strictly finalists enjoy their Christmas broadcast.


ISB logo

Help from Evans above for ISB

December 08, 2013
Players from the International Staff Band of the Salvation Army will be making their regular appearance on the Chris Evans Show this Christmas.




4BR Review

4BR Review: Annual Awards nominations broadcast

December 16 • The long list nominees for the 2025 4BR Awards will be revealed in a special live broadcast on Wednesday evening at 7.00pm — so why not join us and see if you agree with our choices.


Oldroyd

Kennedy signing adds to Oldroyd Opus

December 16 • The award winning cooperation band flugel star Stephanie Kennedy has been welcomed as a new Oldroyd Musical Instruments Performance Artist.


Frans Violet

Willebroek reaches new audiences with primetime television slot

December 16 • The talents of the European champion were enjoyed by a nationwide television audience in Belgium.


We are going on a bear hunt

Leyland to go on a bear hunt...

December 16 • There will be plenty of family fun in 2026 for supporters of Leyland Band — as they lead the musical accompaniment to a classic bear hunt.


Garforth Brass - Strawberry Fields Primary School

Friday 5 December • Garforth Methodist Church,. Church Lane,. Garforth,. Leeds LS25 1NW


The Hepworth Band - Christmas Brass & Voices

Saturday 6 December • Thornhill Parish Church, Dewsbury WF12 0JZ


Petworth Town Band - Petworth Town Band Christmas Event

Saturday 6 December • Petworth Town Centre GU28 OAD


Haverhill Silver Band - Family Christmas Concert

Sunday 7 December • Castle Manor Academy, Haverhill CB9 9JE


Petworth Town Band - PetworthTown Band Christmas Concert

Saturday 13 December • St Mary’s Church Petworth GU28 OAD


wantage silver band

December 17 • . Wantage Concert Brass (First Section) are looking to fill the positions of Solo Euphonium, First Baritone and Bass Trombone ASAP. Rehearsals are on Tuesday and Friday, 7:30-9:30pm, led by their dynamic MD Daniel Hall..


Banks Brass Band

December 16 • Merry Christmas from Banks Brass Band, a friendly non-contesting Band near Southport. We are looking for experienced players to strengthen our euphonium, trombone and bass rows. Rehearsals: Mondays 8.00-9.30 in the Hub@Banks community centre, PR4 8BL.


Cambrian Brass

December 15 • We are a hard-working, positive and welcoming brass band, proudly inclusive and open to players of all experience levels. As we prepare for the forthcoming Regional Championships, we currently have a vacancy for a Solo Cornet player.


Dr. Stephen Arthur Allen

D. Phil. (Oxon) [Ph.D Oxford University], GBSM, LTCL, ABSM, ALCM, Cert. Ed.


               

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